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How much is tool insurance for trades?

If you rely on your work tools to get the job done, tool insurance is a smart way to protect…

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What tradesman business insurance can cover – simplifying policies for tradies

As a tradesman you know your trade inside and out. But when it comes to tradesman insurance, it may seem…

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Is tool insurance worth it? – A guide for Tradespeople

We’ve said it before – work tools are the backbone of a tradesperson’s business. So why wouldn’t you get tools…

Image: Vehicle theft. Learn about key stats from UK Met Police data, tips for tool theft prevention and how insurance could help
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Tool theft in the UK is an all-year problem, Met data shows

UK police tool theft figures show longer days don’t deter thieves, suggesting tradespeople should keep their guard up whatever the…

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Tool theft insurance guide: policy insights and tips

Occupational hazards are a given and for tradespeople it can include (unfortunately) tool theft and damage. No matter your trade,…

Top tips for tradespeople on how to keep tools safe. Image: power tools on workbench
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How to keep tools safe: 10 top tips for tradespeople

Tool theft is on the rise and for tradespeople that can mean more than just a frustrating setback. Your tools…

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Kingsbridge supports Checkatrade and On The Tools’ tool theft Parliament reception

Ahead of Amanda Martin MP’s 2nd reading of her Theft of Tools of Trade Bill in April, Checkatrade and On…

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Tradespeople fight back against tool theft: Major London rally demands tougher punishment

In a show of unity and frustration, tradespeople from across the UK took to the streets in a major van…

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How to deal with the profit drain of scope creep

You may not have heard of the term “scope creep”, but if you’ve been running a business for any length…

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How to get good feedback from customers

There’s a reason every company you interact with these days is desperate for you to leave your feedback: reviews are…

A tradesman celebrates getting a grant to give funding to his small business
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Funding and grants available for tradies

Running a business can be expensive, with the cost of tools, vehicles, employees, tax, insurance and more, all piling up!…

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What do I do if a client is unhappy with my work?

It’s a situation every tradesperson dreads: your client isn’t happy with the result of your hard work. Mistakes and misunderstandings…